1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
